The Art of Faery, presented by David Riche features a foreword by legendary Fairy artist Brian Froud.

The Art of Faery celebrated the huge popularity of faeries and has drawn on the talents of some od the very best artists in this genre from around the world. The Art of Faery has had rave reviews and the mixture of different styles and media used to represent what is essentially the same subject showcases the depth of interest and talent in this field.

This book is perfect for those who want an escape from the mundane into a land of enchantment and beauty. Open the book and prepare to gaze in wonder at the beautiful and mischevous creatures within the pages. The Art of Faery is a book that is not to be missed by anyone with an interest in fairies and all things enchanted.

Ten artists featured on this website are included in The Art of Faery book. They are, in alphabetical order: John Arthur, Jasmine Becket-Griffith, Linda Biggs, Amy Brown, James Browne, Jacqueline Collen-Tarrolly, Jessica Galbreth, Stephanie Pui Mun-Law, Paulina Stuckey-Cassidy and Kim Turner.

The success of this publication has led to the publication ot a follow up called The World of Faery which features many of the same artists as well as some who were not in the first book.

Reviews of The Art of Faery

A Splendor of Magic - April 4, 2004
Reviewer: "Mistress Of Shadows" (Ontario, CA USA)

Captured within these pages (112 to be exact) that make up " The Art Of Faery" are some of the most gorgeous fantasy drawings I've ever seen, all compiled in one nicely put-together book. There's your typical painters who bring life into the myth of these two-winged creatures, such as Amy Brown, Brian Froud and, one of my favorites, David Delamare ("A Little Night Music" is presented on the cover) but there's also many new discoveries to be had and, for me, I was personally delighted to unearth the Gothic works of Jessica Galbreth and Jacqueline Collen-Tarrolly. There's a section for each artist (some longer than others) with a little background history as well as a couple of their pieces (hand-selected), the techniques they use and the inspirations behind many of their ideas, which is interesting to read about. Also available in the back of this fine collection is a picture of everyone represented (it's cool to be able to see what they look like) alongside their web address so you can find out more about specifics featured here.

I strongly believe that any lover of the fae will appreciate this wonderful anthology... I mean, how could you not?

Glorious! - December 18, 2003
Reviewer: Jeff (San Francisco, CA)

Finally, after many months of anticipation, I must say that this masterpiece is WELL worth the wait! A true testament to the Art of Faery indeed!

Lushly illustrated, it beautifully showcases the work of true masters Brian Froud and David Delamare as well as contemporary visionaries into the world of Faery particularly Paulina Stuckey, Jasmine Becket-Griffith and Maxine Gadd. Page after page of full-color plates and insight into the artists and their work.

A perfect book for any lovers of fantasy art, or anybody with a sense of whimsy and wonder. This book will leave you starry eyed for hours after reading!

As an added bonus, there is a wonderful index in the back of the book publishing the contact information and most importantly the personal websites and online galleries of the contributing artists, which provided me with many more hours of internet browsing and learning more about these wonderful people and their creations.

Five stars all the way!